1. Exposure Control
Bloodborne Pathogens

2. What is EXPOSURE CONTROL?
A plan that has been developed and implemented to reduce or eliminate the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace.
In 1991, OSHA issued the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, requiring employers to have an exposure control program in order to protect workers from this
In 1991, OSHA issued the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, requiring employers to have an exposure control program.
Additionally, WISHA Chapter covers Washington state employees regarding Bloodborne Pathogens.
This training meets the requirements for both trainings to help you learn how to protect yourself from the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens on the job.
Next we will watch a video explaining what bloodborne pathogens are and what safety precautions we can take to avoid exposure.

3. Bloodborne Pathogens Bloodborne Pathogens Video
(copy and paste in web browser)
After the video: show them Bloodborne Pathogens handout in their packets

4. HEPATITIS B
Vaccination is the best way to protect against HBV infection.
Adults at risk should get an HBV vaccine.
Offered to you at no charge
If initially declined, you can change your decision and ask for the vaccine at any time
The vaccine is a 3-shot series.
1st shot now
2nd shot 1-2 months after 1st shot
3rd shot 4-6 months after 1st shot

5. HEPATITIS B If you get the vaccine, tell the doctor or nurse if:
you’ve ever had a serious allergic reaction to
HBV vaccine
Common baker’s yeast
You currently have a moderate or severe illness

6. HEPATITIS B Risks of getting the vaccine
Very small risk of serious problems, even death, occurring
Serious allergic reaction is very rare
Getting the disease is much more likely to cause serious illness than getting the vaccine
Mild problems
Soreness where the shot was given
Mild to moderate fever (take acetaminophen or ibuprofen)

7. HEPATITIS B Three options You do want the vaccine
You don’t want the vaccine
You’ve already had the vaccine

8. HEPATITIS B If you want the vaccine
Coordinate with the HR Department or your manager if you are at a remote location.

9. Occupational Exposure to Hepatitis B Virus
More Exposure
Less Exposure
1st Aid Responders
Supervisors
Crew Leads
Coordinators
Direct Labor
Employment Services
Community Access Staff
Administration Departments
CLS Staff
Managers
At Skils’kin some jobs are considered more at risk of exposure to the Hepatitis B Virus.
Here are a few examples of jobs where you are more likely to be exposed.

10. Reducing Exposure
Always use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Examples of PPE:
Gloves
Gowns
Goggles
Dust/Mist Mask
CPR Shield
Our Exposure Control Program includes:
Always use Universal Precautions
Consider all bodily fluids from any person potentially infectious material.

11. Decontamination
Step 1: Wear surgical gloves and other PPE if necessary.
Step 2: Is this object disposable? If so, discard it in the proper receptacle (biohazard).
Disposable items include: gloves; dust/mist mask; some CPR shields.
Step 3: Place the object in a solution of 1 to 10 parts bleach water or another approved solution.
At this point, do not rinse the object under running water. It could cause splashing of infectious material.

12. Decontamination (continued)
Step 4: Dispose of your PPE at the proper time (after decontamination, before final clean) so that you do not cross contaminate.
Step 5: After letting the object soak for about 5 minutes, dispose of the solution and remove the object. Rinse it with soap and water.
DO NOT pour the solution out onto the ground/soil. Dilute with water and pour down a sink drain.
Step 6: Place the object back in its proper place.
Bring out Bloodborne Pathogens Employee Information Card

13. Exposure Incidents Fill out post-exposure evaluation and follow-up.
If deemed necessary, follow up with post-exposure blood testing.
The documentation of Exposure Incidents are filed in HR office and kept for 30 years.
Bring out Bloodborne Pathogens Employee Information Card

14. GROUP TEST OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard protects:
Only hospital workers.
Medical patients.
Workers who come into contact with blood and/or bodily fluids.
None of the above.

15. GROUP TEST OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard protects:
Only hospital workers.
Medical patients.
Workers who come in contact with blood and/or body fluids.
None of the above.

16. GROUP TEST
Hepatitis B vaccinations protect against exposure to the Hepatitis B virus:
True
False

17. GROUP TEST
Hepatitis B vaccinations protect against exposure to the Hepatitis B virus:
True
False

18. GROUP TEST
Name at least two responsibilities your company must comply with in regards to the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard:

19. GROUP TEST
Name at least two responsibilities your company must comply with in regards to the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard:
-Provide PPE
-Conduct annual trainings
-Inform employees of hazards
-Maintain appropriate records

20. GROUP TEST
Name at least three pieces of Personal Protective Equipment.

21. GROUP TEST
Name at least three pieces of Personal Protective Equipment.
-Gloves
-Mask
-Goggles or glasses
-Gown

22. GROUP TEST
Disposable gloves can be reused:
True
False

23. GROUP TEST
Disposable gloves can be reused:
True
False

24. GROUP TEST Hepatitis B is a: Flu Bug. Blood Disease. Virus.
All of the above.

25. GROUP TEST Hepatitis B is a: Flu Bug. Blood Disease. Virus.
All of the above.

26. GROUP TEST
Universal Precautions means that all blood and body fluids should be treated as contagious/infectious:
True
False

27. GROUP TEST
Universal Precautions means that all blood and body fluids should be treated as contagious/infectious:
True
False

28. GROUP TEST
Persons who are carriers of Bloodborne Pathogens will always show symptoms of the disease:
True
False

29. GROUP TEST
Persons who are carriers of Bloodborne Pathogens will always show symptoms of the disease:
True
False

30. GROUP TEST
Name three routes for exposure to Hepatitis B:

31. GROUP TEST Name three routes for exposure to Hepatitis B:
-Absorbed through the skin
-Ingested
-Injected

32. GROUP TEST
Name three ways to protect yourself against Bloodborne Pathogens:

33. GROUP TEST
Name at least three ways to protect yourself against Bloodborne Pathogens:
-Use PPE
-Vaccination
-Dispose of and label waste
properly
-Universal precautions
-Hygienic practices

34. EXPOSURE CONTROL PROGRAM
Exposure Control Plan
Please sign and hand in sign-off sheet